Senior Tanker Fleet Technical Manager

MASSACHUSETTS MARITIME ACADEMY; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

MASSACHUSETTS MARITIME ACADEMY in Norfolk, VA is seeking a General Manager, Tanker Fleet (Technical) to lead safe, compliant technical operations of the tanker fleet, including maintenance, dry-docking, and budgeting. You will coordinate with ship crews and shore teams to ensure efficient missions.

The role requires 10–15 years’ senior marine operations experience, ownership of maintenance discipline, and the ability to travel extensively. U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• 10–15 years’ experience managing marine operation/technical personnel.
• 10–15 years’ experience in ship operations, repair and maintenance.
• 10–15 years’ experience with flag/state/class requirements.
• Ability to travel extensively domestically and internationally.
• Experience as a Chief Engineer of a tanker is preferred.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for overall technical operations of tanker fleet and performance metrics including safety, budget, operating costs, reliability, planning, regulatory, contract compliance and OCIMF best practice.
• Provide oversight for vessel Masters and Chief Engineers to ensure missions and voyages are efficiently and safely performed in accordance with good engineering practice and contract requirements.
• Act as technical discipline subject matter expert, including maintenance, maintenance management, preventative maintenance scheduling, managing critical equipment, parts/spares, service and parts vendor management, vessel response, and vessel security.
• Supervise Port Engineers assigned to tanker fleet and supervise the procurement efforts of the Port Engineers.
• Oversee the timely planning and execution of regulatory and emergency drydocking, UWILD and all USCG and class requirements. Ensure corrective actions are developed and implemented when required.
• Coordinate with the Marine HR department for crew promotions and disciplinary action when required.
• Act as the maintenance/readiness point of contact to Vice President, Operations.
• Supervise Stores, Spares, Maintenance & Repair budget management.
• Support safety culture and SMS updates.

Skills

Leadership

Maritime operations

Project management

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Nautical Systems

MS Project

Job description

MASSACHUSETTS MARITIME ACADEMY in Norfolk, VA is seeking a General Manager, Tanker Fleet (Technical) to lead safe, compliant technical operations of the tanker fleet, including maintenance, dry-docking, and budgeting. You will coordinate with ship crews and shore teams to ensure efficient missions.

The role requires 10–15 years’ senior marine operations experience, ownership of maintenance discipline, and the ability to travel extensively. U.S.